Glue Records are DNS records that connect a nameserver hostname to its IP address. They are required when a domain uses custom nameservers that are hosted on the same domain, such as ns1.example.com and ns2.example.com.
A Nameserver is a server that tells the internet where a domain’s website and email are hosted. It directs domain requests to the correct DNS records, such as A records, MX records, and CNAME records. Changing nameservers allows a domain to use a different DNS provider.
View definitionA DNS Zone is the complete set of DNS records for a domain. It contains the information that tells the internet where the website, email, and other services are hosted. Common records in a DNS zone include A records, CNAME records, MX records, and TXT records.
View definitionA Registrar is a company that allows individuals and businesses to register and manage domain names. Registrars are accredited to sell domain registrations for specific extensions such as .com, .net, and .org. They provide services such as domain renewals, transfers, DNS management, and WHOIS settings.
View definitionDefinitions of the most important terms used across the domain industry.